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Dr. Diego Tibaquirá Elected Chapter Advisor Representative to Phi Theta Kappa Board of Directors
Phi Theta Kappa Honor Society (PTK) is pleased to announce the election of Dr. Diego Tibaquirá to serve on its Board of Directors as Chapter Advisor Representative. Elected by PTK’s more than 3,000 active chapter advisors during Catalyst 2026, he will represent the perspectives of chapter advisors from across the Society and help shape the…
George and Ann Boggs Advance Educational Opportunity with Phi Theta Kappa Foundation Endowment
The Phi Theta Kappa (PTK) Foundation has announced the establishment of the George and Ann Boggs Family Endowment, a permanent fund created to support high-achieving community college students and advance the mission of expanding educational opportunity and student success. Dr. Boggs, one of the most influential leaders in American higher education, and his wife, Ann,…
Meet the 2026-2027 International Officers
Each year, Phi Theta Kappa chapters elect five students to represent more than 220,000 active members in 11 nations. This year’s International Officers bring more than leadership experience—they bring powerful stories of resilience, connection, and a deep commitment to expanding opportunity for others. Here’s a closer look at the students who will be serving and representing you this year. …
A Cinderella Story, Rewritten: From One-Star to PTK’s Most Distinguished Chapter
Having spent more than a decade as a largely one-star chapter, the Alpha Psi Sigma Chapter at Springfield Technical Community College in Springfield, Massachusetts, has undergone a remarkable transformation, one that reflects not just renewed leadership, but a complete reimagining of what chapter engagement can look like. Since the arrival of advisors Dr. Reena Randhir and Dr. Nayanna…
Rider University Increases PTK Transfer Scholarship
Rider University in New Jersey is increasing their Phi Theta Kappa transfer scholarship from $2,000 to $5,000. Rider University is a private university in Lawrence Township, New Jersey. Rider ranks on U.S. News and World Report’s Best Colleges list and The Princeton Review’s Best Colleges list. Learn more about this transfer option in the Q&A…
Beyond the Hype: What I Learned Building AI for the Public Sector
By Guest Contributor Marlon P. Crespo Marlon is a Phi Theta Kappa member at Hudson County Community College and the valedictorian of his graduating class. There’s a lot of noise right now about how AI will “fix everything”. This past fall, I worked as an AI Product Management Intern with the New Jersey Department of…
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Phi Theta Kappa Foundation Names Amanda Karpinski Gorman as Executive Director
Phi Theta Kappa (PTK) Honor Society and the Phi Theta Kappa Foundation are pleased to announce the appointment of Amanda Karpinski Gorman as its new Executive Director following a national search. A proud PTK alumna and former International President, Karpinski Gorman brings her deep connection to the organization and passion for empowering community college students…
Phi Theta Kappa Foundation names Dr. Monica Marlowe as Chair of the Board of Trustees
The Phi Theta Kappa (PTK) Foundation announces the appointment of Dr. Monica Marlowe as Chair of its Board of Trustees. Dr. Marlowe brings nearly 30 years of experience in higher education, including more than a decade in advancement and fundraising. A proud alumna of Mississippi Gulf Coast Community College, Dr. Marlowe holds a Ph.D. in…
Pell Grant Cuts Threaten America’s Future Workforce, Say Nation’s Top Community College Students
With Congress considering deep cuts to the Pell Grant program, the nation’s top community college students—tomorrow’s workforce—are speaking out against proposals that would make college less accessible and affordable. Represented by Phi Theta Kappa Honor Society (PTK), these high-achieving students warn that reducing Pell will limit opportunities for those working to build our nation’s future….
Lulu McGowan Appointed to Phi Theta Kappa Board of Directors
Phi Theta Kappa Honor Society (PTK) is proud to announce the appointment of Lulu McGowan to its Board of Directors. McGowan, a student at St. Louis Community College and the Society’s current International President, was unanimously selected by the Board to represent the voice of students at the highest level of PTK leadership. McGowan was…
Phi Theta Kappa Announces Founder’s Medal Scholarship Award Winner
Ahnora Ozor, a student at Prince George’s Community College (PGCC) in Maryland, has been named the 2025 Phi Theta Kappa Founders Medal Award recipient. Ozor received a $1,000 scholarship and the 2025 Founders Medal Medallion at PGCC’s spring Commencement Ceremony this past week. This award is presented to one graduating PTK member whose essay most powerfully conveys…
Top Community College Students Named to 2025 All-USA Team
For the 65th consecutive year, 20 of the nation’s top college students have been named to the 2025 All-USA Academic Team. In recognition of this distinction, each student will receive a $5,000 scholarship. The 2025 All-USA Academic Team was recognized during a session at the American Association of Community Colleges’ annual convention on April 15…